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YEG → YZF
Which side of the plane to sit from Edmonton International Airport (Edmonton) to Yellowknife Airport (Yellowknife)?
Right Side of the Plane
The right side offers a superior view of the Great Slave Lake crossing and the dramatic final approach into Yellowknife Bay, including views of the city's unique geography.
Wood Buffalo Border
Catch views of the wetlands and forests bordering the world's largest national park to the northeast.
Great Slave Lake
Experience the scale of the tenth-largest lake in the world, often filled with ice floes until early summer.
The Archipelago
See the maze of rocky islands and hidden coves that define the northern shore of the lake.
Yellowknife Bay
Aerial perspective of the city, the historic Old Town, and the iconic colorful houseboats.
Aurora Borealis
On night flights during winter, this side often provides the first and clearest glimpse of the Northern Lights.
The right side is essential for the approach into YZF. Sitting here allows you to see the city and the lake simultaneously. For winter travelers, keep your window blind open on night flights for a chance to see the Aurora. In summer, the midnight sun will stay high on the horizon, providing constant visibility.
Edmonton Northlands
Final views of the North Saskatchewan River valley and the expanding northern suburbs of Edmonton.
Boreal Transition
Watch the landscape shift from organized agricultural grids to the wild, dense Boreal forest.
Lesser Slave Lake
Visible in the far distance to the west, this massive body of water reflects the sky on clear days.
Hay River Basin
View the winding path of the Hay River as it carves through the subarctic landscape toward the lake.
Canadian Shield
Observe the emergence of ancient rock formations as the plane crosses into the Northwest Territories.
Choose the left side for sunset views on late afternoon flights and better views of the vast forest expanse. This side is typically quieter for light if you want to sleep, but offers fewer landmarks during the final descent.
Distance: 1,019 km (633 miles)
Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 22 min
Departure: YEG (53.3097000122, -113.580001831)
Arrival: YZF (62.46279907226562, -114.44000244140624)
Route Type: Domestic
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